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The tumultuous years between 1830 and 1848 saw the rise of liberalism, egalitarianism, nationalism and idealism in Europe.
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The tumultuous years between 1830 and 1848 saw the rise of liberalism, egalitarianism, nationalism and idealism in Europe. The innovative rebellions in France had sent shockwaves throughout the West and their impact was also felt across the East into Germany. It was at this time that the philosopher, Arthur Schopenhauer, was enjoying a more peaceful time in his life. Born in the German city Danzig in 1788, his family was of Dutch origin and enjoyed considerable wealth and prominence, travelling frequently across France, Italy, Belgium and Germany.1 By 1820, when Schopenhauer had arrived in Berlin, the influence from the French Revolution had started stirrings of dissent across Germany and it was to be Schopenhauer's works that would be greatly influential in later years. Unfortunately though, he was unable to fully enjoy the fame from his works as he died not long after his recognition in the academic world. Instead, Schopenhauer...
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